Antique Chinese carved console table, horseshoe armchair

La porte en arche ouve sur la chambre. En haut du mur, une verrière en bois foncé ajoute du caractère et laisse passer la lumière.

Sven Ketz / xs-architekten

Here we cut out three panels of the entrance door to implement stained glass panes. They create a link with the original stained glass window details in the adjacent living room.

In the entrance hall we designed bespoke full-height storage cupboards with attractive panelling and integrated bench seat. We chose an earthy colour to match the natural limestone flooring, with printed cushions and aged Oushak rug lending to the warm, welcoming feel. Photographer: Nick Smith

Proyecto realizado por The Room Studio Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes

Fine House Studio

This hallway has a patterned recessed LED strip lighting design to give a unique modern spin to a traditional hallway. The walls are painted a farrow ball off white colour with walnut parquet flooring that has a brass inlay. The blue shaker style door has polished chrome circular ironmonery added to it as part of its design with polished chrome door handles.

A log cabin on the outskirts of London. This is the designer's own home. All of the furniture has been sourced from high street retailers, car boot sales, ebay, handed down and upcycled. The rugs are handmade by Pia's grandmother. Design by Pia Pelkonen Photography by Richard Chivers

This beautifully composed entrance hall in a period London home showcases the harmony of classic detailing and contemporary styling. The restored staircase features a soft beige runner that contrasts gently with crisp white spindles and stringers, guiding the eye upward. The timber floor adds warmth and character, while a rustic console table with decorative sculptures and a vase of lilies introduces an inviting touch. Wall-mounted picture lights illuminate framed artworks, and the hallway draws you naturally toward a bright rear reception, where stained glass and bay windows hint at the home's heritage charm. Subtle tones and carefully curated elements set the tone for the rest of the house.

Gabrielle Voinot

PHILIPPE CAUMES